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Jack Nicklaus advises Rory McIlroy ahead of 2026 Masters final round

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Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Jack Nicklaus advises Rory McIlroy ahead of 2026 Masters final round

Summary

Jack Nicklaus shared his advice with Rory McIlroy just before his final round at The Masters, encouraging him to avoid double bogeys. Nicklaus, who has previously guided McIlroy, was pleased to see him defend his title this year. The two golfers discussed course strategy ahead of McIlroy's opportunities for success at Augusta National, where Nicklaus holds the record for six wins. As McIlroy prepares for The Memorial Tournament this week, Nicklaus remarked on the patience required to excel on that course and reflected on McIlroy's overall performance and potential future achievements.

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By the Numbers

•Nicklaus advised McIlroy to avoid double bogeys at The Masters.
•McIlroy defended his Masters title in 2026.
•Nicklaus and McIlroy discussed course strategy before the tournament.
•The Memorial Tournament features a strong field including McIlroy.
•Nicklaus emphasizes the importance of patience on the Memorial course.

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9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Jack Nicklaus reveals what he told Rory McIlroy just before he teed off on Sunday at The Masters

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Jack Nicklaus has won The Masters a record six times and, as a result, Rory McIlroy has sought out his advice on numerous occasions in the past. McIlroy received advice from Nicklaus just before he completed the career Grand Slam at Augusta National in 2025.
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